Strawberry Ginger Fizz

Strawberries in our region peak at this time of year, so it's a great place to start for a new cocktail. We're getting into some warmer days now, and a tall drink on ice can hit the spot.

For a Strawberry Ginger Fizz, it is best to use fresh ginger rather than making a syrup. We use a Champion Juicer to preserve the true ginger bite without adding that cooked quality. Add a nice reposado tequila like Corzo, and the ginger serves to balance any of the typical tequila earthiness. The rounded flavors of strawberry compliment the touch of oak from the reposado as well. Pour over ice with fresh mint, top with club soda, stir and you've got the refreshing Strawberry Ginger Fizz.

Ingredients:
1 1/2 ounces Corzo Reposado Tequila
1/2 ounce fresh ginger, juiced
1 ounce simple syrup
2 strawberries
1 lime wedge
Fresh mint

To make:
Add the strawberries, lime wedge and simple syrup to a shaker glass and muddle until the strawberry is broken down and the lime oils have been released. Then, add the tequila and fresh ginger, fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Double strain into an ice-filled cocktail glass layered with a few pieces of fresh mint and top with club soda. Stir to incorporate.

– Jesse Ratliff, Mixologist